Sterling Heights Sunrise & Sunset in January 2026

EDT42.5803°N, 83.0302°W

Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band

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This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Sterling Heights, Michigan throughout January 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. The daylight characteristics of January in Sterling Heights reflect seasonal transitions. The golden hour occurs twice daily—shortly after sunrise and before sunset—providing ideal lighting conditions for photography. During January, these periods shift gradually, offering different timing opportunities throughout the month. Outdoor enthusiasts in Sterling Heights benefit from accurate January sun times when planning activities like hiking, running, cycling, and beach visits. Understanding when daylight begins and ends helps ensure safety and maximizes enjoyment. Whether you're a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, understanding January's sun time patterns in Sterling Heights, Michigan enhances your ability to plan and enjoy activities. The month's daylight characteristics are part of what makes the location unique. The daily variations in sun times during January may seem minor, but they reflect the Earth's continuous motion around the sun. These changes affect everything from energy consumption to mood and daily routines. Understanding these patterns helps residents and visitors make the most of each day's available daylight.

January is part of winter in the Northern Hemisphere for Sterling Heights. Expect shorter days and later sunrises, especially noticeable at 42.6° latitude, with daylight expanding slowly as the month progresses.

January daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 15m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 34m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 49m longer by month end.

Key January Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: January 1 at 8:03 AM
  • Latest sunrise: January 31 at 7:48 AM
  • Earliest sunset: January 1 at 5:10 PM
  • Latest sunset: January 31 at 5:44 PM
  • Day length change: +0h 49m from start to end of month

January averages

  • Average sunrise: 7:58 AM
  • Average sunset: 5:26 PM
  • Average day length: 9h 28m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for January 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Jan 18:03 AM5:10 PM9h 7m8:03 AM - 8:48 AM4:24 PM - 5:10 PM
Jan 28:03 AM5:11 PM9h 8m8:03 AM - 8:48 AM4:25 PM - 5:11 PM
Jan 38:03 AM5:12 PM9h 9m8:03 AM - 8:48 AM4:26 PM - 5:12 PM
Jan 48:03 AM5:13 PM9h 10m8:03 AM - 8:48 AM4:27 PM - 5:13 PM
Jan 58:03 AM5:13 PM9h 11m8:03 AM - 8:48 AM4:28 PM - 5:13 PM
Jan 68:03 AM5:14 PM9h 12m8:03 AM - 8:48 AM4:29 PM - 5:14 PM
Jan 78:03 AM5:15 PM9h 13m8:03 AM - 8:47 AM4:31 PM - 5:15 PM
Jan 88:02 AM5:16 PM9h 14m8:02 AM - 8:47 AM4:32 PM - 5:16 PM
Jan 98:02 AM5:17 PM9h 15m8:02 AM - 8:47 AM4:33 PM - 5:17 PM
Jan 108:02 AM5:19 PM9h 17m8:02 AM - 8:46 AM4:34 PM - 5:19 PM
Jan 118:02 AM5:20 PM9h 18m8:02 AM - 8:46 AM4:35 PM - 5:20 PM
Jan 128:01 AM5:21 PM9h 19m8:01 AM - 8:46 AM4:36 PM - 5:21 PM
Jan 138:01 AM5:22 PM9h 21m8:01 AM - 8:45 AM4:38 PM - 5:22 PM
Jan 148:01 AM5:23 PM9h 23m8:01 AM - 8:45 AM4:39 PM - 5:23 PM
Jan 158:00 AM5:24 PM9h 24m8:00 AM - 8:44 AM4:40 PM - 5:24 PM
Jan 168:00 AM5:25 PM9h 26m8:00 AM - 8:43 AM4:42 PM - 5:25 PM
Jan 177:59 AM5:27 PM9h 28m7:59 AM - 8:43 AM4:43 PM - 5:27 PM
Jan 187:58 AM5:28 PM9h 29m7:58 AM - 8:42 AM4:44 PM - 5:28 PM
Jan 197:58 AM5:29 PM9h 31m7:58 AM - 8:41 AM4:46 PM - 5:29 PM
Jan 207:57 AM5:30 PM9h 33m7:57 AM - 8:40 AM4:47 PM - 5:30 PM
Jan 217:57 AM5:31 PM9h 35m7:57 AM - 8:40 AM4:48 PM - 5:31 PM
Jan 227:56 AM5:33 PM9h 37m7:56 AM - 8:39 AM4:50 PM - 5:33 PM
Jan 237:55 AM5:34 PM9h 39m7:55 AM - 8:38 AM4:51 PM - 5:34 PM
Jan 247:54 AM5:35 PM9h 41m7:54 AM - 8:37 AM4:53 PM - 5:35 PM
Jan 257:54 AM5:37 PM9h 43m7:54 AM - 8:36 AM4:54 PM - 5:37 PM
Jan 267:53 AM5:38 PM9h 45m7:53 AM - 8:35 AM4:56 PM - 5:38 PM
Jan 277:52 AM5:39 PM9h 47m7:52 AM - 8:34 AM4:57 PM - 5:39 PM
Jan 287:51 AM5:41 PM9h 50m7:51 AM - 8:33 AM4:59 PM - 5:41 PM
Jan 297:50 AM5:42 PM9h 52m7:50 AM - 8:32 AM5:00 PM - 5:42 PM
Jan 307:49 AM5:43 PM9h 54m7:49 AM - 8:31 AM5:01 PM - 5:43 PM
Jan 317:48 AM5:44 PM9h 56m7:48 AM - 8:30 AM5:03 PM - 5:44 PM

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About sunrise and sunset in Sterling Heights in January

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through January as we move closer to the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Sterling Heights, Michigan, and are calculated based on the city's exact geographic coordinates. Highlighted row in the table shows today's date in this location's time zone when you view the page.

You can come back daily to see updated values. This page shows you not just sunrise and sunset times, but also golden hour periods (ideal for photography), dawn and dusk times (civil twilight), and day length for every day of the month. All times are displayed in local time; the "Last updated" line reflects the current local date.

Whether you're planning outdoor activities, photography sessions, or simply want to know when daylight begins and ends, this calendar helps you make the most of each day in January.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Sterling Heights, Michigan in January?

Sunrise times in Sterling Heights, Michigan in January vary throughout the month. Check this page for the latest sunrise times, which are updated daily.

What time is sunset in Sterling Heights, Michigan in January?

Sunset times in Sterling Heights, Michigan in January vary throughout the month. Check this page for the latest sunset times, which are updated daily.

How long is the day in Sterling Heights, Michigan in January?

Day length in Sterling Heights, Michigan in January changes throughout the month. Check this page for the latest day length information, which is updated daily.

What is golden hour in Sterling Heights, Michigan?

Golden hour in Sterling Heights, Michigan refers to the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset when the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting ideal for photography. These periods occur twice daily and shift gradually throughout the month. For more information about planning photos during golden hour, see our guide on golden hour photography.

How often are these sunrise and sunset times updated?

Sunrise and sunset times are updated daily and are based on reliable astronomical calculations. The times account for your location's exact geographic coordinates, timezone, and the Earth's position in its orbit. You can check back each day to see the latest values.

How People Use This Information

People use sunrise and sunset times for planning outdoor activities, photography, travel, prayer times, fitness routines, gardening, and understanding seasonal daylight changes. SunTimesToday is designed as a quick, location-specific reference that updates daily to reflect accurate astronomical calculations.

Data Source & Accuracy

Sunrise, sunset, daylight length, and twilight times on SunTimesToday are calculated using standard astronomical algorithms based on your selected location and date. Data is updated daily to reflect seasonal and yearly changes. While times are accurate for most practical uses, small variations may occur due to atmospheric conditions and local geography.